What are the responsibilities and job description for the 767/757 Maintenance Planning Manager position at 21AIR?
Company Description
21 Air is a United States PART 121 All-Cargo Carrier certified for interstate and international air transportation. The company primarily operates Boeing 767 and 757 cargo aircraft with authorization for scheduled cargo services between the United States and South America. Fully compliant with Safety Management System (SMS) protocols, 21 Air adheres to the latest commercial aviation regulations. With its call sign "Cargo South," and ICAO code "CSB," 21 Air has built a reputation for reliable and professional cargo services.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Greensboro, NC. As a 767/757 Maintenance Planning Manager, you will oversee and coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities for the Boeing 767 and 757 fleets. Responsibilities include developing maintenance plans, monitoring aircraft operational schedules, coordinating with relevant departments, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, and providing timely updates to leadership on maintenance inspection requirements and issues. You will also manage workflows to minimize aircraft downtime while ensuring all tasks are completed to the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of Maintenance Planning, aircraft systems, and maintenance programs specific to Boeing 767 and 757 aircraft
- Familiarity with FAA regulations, PART 121, and Safety Management Systems (SMS)
- Proficiency in scheduling and managing maintenance operations with attention to optimizing aircraft availability
- Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally across departments
- Experience with aviation maintenance software tools such as TRAX and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines under pressure
- A&P Certificate is preferred; bachelor's degree in aviation, engineering, or related field is a plus
- Previous experience in maintenance planning within a PART 121 environment is highly desirable